The Queen Victoria Market’s open-air sheds are part of its unique character and are culturally and historically significant. However due to their age, significant conservation works are being undertaken to ensure they continue to be a part of Melbourne’s heritage long into the future. The repair, conservation and restoration of the open-air sheds is a key market renewal project, as outlined in the 2015 Master Plan.
Of the market’s 12 historic sheds, ten have already been restored over four stages since 2020. These include Sheds A, B, C, D, E, F, J, K, L and M. Sheds H and I are the last two to be restored and will re-open following the Trader Shed works.
Shed restoration works are authorised under Heritage Victoria Permit Number P318866.